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As the oldest Franciscan institution of higher learning in the United States, Saint Francis University draws inspiration from our Catholic tradition and expresses the lived example of Saint Francis of Assisi in the modern world.
Saint Francis University (SFU) is a private Catholic university in Loretto, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1847 and conducted under the tradition of the Franciscan Friars of the Third Order Regular. The university is situated on 600 acres (243 ha) in the forests and farmland of Loretto.
Saint Francis University is one of the oldest Catholic universities in the country, and the oldest celebrating Franciscan values. Virtue, Truth, and Compassion are in our DNA, and we seek to attract students (like you) with a passion for shaping the world.
St. Francis University is a private institution that was founded in 1847. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,460 (fall 2022), its setting is rural, and the campus size is 600 acres.
Saint Francis University has been ranked No. 138 among the 2024 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs by U.S. News & World Report. This ranking marks a 107-slot improvement over the University’s 2023 ranking of 245.
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Feb 18, 2024 · Saint Francis University in Loretto, Pa. is the oldest Catholic-Franciscan college in the United States. Our mission is to help students grow into compassionate, successful professionals through a culture of Catholic faith, generosity, respect, discovery, and joy.
